Anjouan: A New iGaming Licensing Option in the Changing Landscape

The world of iGaming licensing is undergoing shifts in 2023, with stricter regulations set to impact Curaçao licensees from September. This transformation presents new hurdles for aspiring market entrants, making the island of Anjouan an appealing alternative for expedited licensing. Slotegrator explores why this lesser-known option is gaining traction among new operators.

Curaçao has long been the go-to choice for budding iGaming operators due to its simplified application process and affordable fees. However, the impending introduction of a revamped licensing system has spurred new licensees to seek swifter, straightforward, and budget-friendly solutions. Many are now turning their attention to Anjouan.

Although recently in the spotlight, the Anjouan license isn't a recent development. It was introduced in February 2005 through the Computer Gaming Licensing Act 007 Of 2005, enacted by the State of Anjouan Union of Comoros.

In contrast to other popular licensing jurisdictions, such as Malta or Kahnawake, which facilitate access to international markets, the Anjouan license stands out for its affordability. It caters to startups with limited resources aiming to venture into the iGaming sector for the first time.

The all-inclusive nature of the Anjouan license is another key advantage. Licensees gain permission to host various forms of gambling activities, ranging from online casinos and lotteries to sports betting, bingo, scratch cards, games of chance, and even software provision and white-labeling services. This comprehensive scope allows operators to present a diverse game portfolio with ease, facilitated by Slotegrator’s APIgrator game content integration solution.

The application process for the Anjouan license is streamlined and swift. Applicants need to submit a business summary, platform terms and conditions, and policies for KYC, AML, underage gaming, and fair gaming. Background checks and technical tests are also conducted, mirroring procedures in other jurisdictions. Successful applicants can then operate their brand from the island without facing a Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) tax.

Noteworthy features of the Anjouan license include:

- Validity for one year, with annual renewals, compared to the Gibraltar license's 5-year validity.
- Cost of approximately $25,000.
- Applicable to both B2C and B2B operations.
- Option for two URLs under a single license.
-No sublicensing permitted.
- 0% gaming tax on GGR and 0% VAT.
- Requirement to provide players with information for counseling or assistance services as part of responsible gaming standards.

In summary, the Anjouan license offers startups the opportunity to establish a legal online casino business efficiently, saving them time and resources that can be directed towards platform development and marketing. This appealing proposition could potentially position Anjouan as a cost-effective alternative to Curaçao, catering to the needs of new iGaming operators in an evolving landscape.

About Slotegrator

Since 2012, Slotegrator has been a leading software and business solution provider for online casino and sportsbook operators within the iGaming industry. The company's core focus revolves around software development, online casino platform support, game content integration, and payment system integration.

Collaborating with licensed game developers, Slotegrator offers an extensive casino content portfolio encompassing slots, live casino games, poker, virtual sports, table games, lotteries, casual games, and data feeds for betting.

Beyond this, Slotegrator provides consultancy services for securing gambling licenses and establishing business entities within the sector.